Game of Thrones the Targaryen Conquest

Chivalry and Dread

Chivalry and Dread are scores that show on noted leaders. Usually under Kings, Queens, and Generals.
It isn’t a measure of fame or reputation, but rather when people talk about a character, what kind of stories they tell. A character with a low chivalry or dread can still have a high reputation or fame, it just means that the stories about the character are less consistent.

Chivalry: Chivalry is a trait associated with heroes, mercy, generosity, self control. People with a high chivalry are often beloved or admired.

Release captured prisoners.

spare a defeated foe.

let fleeing foes escape.

Be charitable and fair with small folk.

Stop cruelty when they see it.

Dread: Dread is a trait associated with villains, cruelty, ruthlessness, and violence.

Execute captured prisoners

Use torture

Slay defeated foes

pursue defeated foes

let soldiers loot, indulge in rape, and arson.

City and Region Rule:
Cities being ruled by someone with a high chivalry often prosper as the small folk know the ruler will treat them fairly. Cities being run by someone with a high Dread usually have a low crime rate, but the city tends to suffer economically compared to high Chivalry managed cities.

Cities under siege:
Cities, and Nobles are more likely to surrender to chivalrous enemies as they know they will be treated well. They are less likely to surrender to a high dread opponent…who is far less likely to be merciful.